Maintenance Technical Writer
Resume:
DEWAINE M. THOMPSON
Gilbert, AZ. 85296
E-mail: ********@*****.***
CAREER
EXPERIENCE
**/**-****** ******* ***** America
Huntsville, Alabama
Senior Technical Writer
Edit and Author Depot Maintenance Work Requirement (DMWR) manuals for CH-47
Helicopters. Devised manuals IAW MIL-STD 38784C and MIL-STD-40051-2.
Produced IETM manuals using Arbortext Epic Editor 5.3 to generate XML, and
SGML extension files.
09/11-12/11 American Express Technologies
Phoenix, Arizona
Senior Technical Writer
Developed technical documentation for American Express Credit Authorization
System (CAS) in Support of the IBM Transaction Processing Facility (TPF)
Software. Worked closely with the Subject Matter Experts to interpret
complex technical information and communicate it in a readable, concise,
and accurate manner. Documented system configuration management processes
and produced architectural documentation through Visio.
06/07-06/11 General Dynamics C4 Systems
Scottsdale, Arizona
Senior Technical Writer
Develop Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) for Land Warrior
Strike Communications system IAW MIL-STD-40051-2. Produced IETM manuals
using Arbortext Epic Editor 5.3 to generate XML, HTML and SGML extension
files. Supported the Marine Combat Operations Center and Combat Service
Support Center in accordance with MIL Spec S-1000D and MIL-STD-40051-1.
Generated IETM manuals in support of IADs viewer software. Accomplished
task using engineering drawings and technical data. Revised graphics
with Visio graphics package.
Validated Manuals by going to the field and setting up a combat Ops center.
Staged and wired all communications network servers and transit cases with
their external power systems. Then bringing all systems on line and
troubleshooting and correcting any faults. Revised manuals to reflect
updates.
10/06-03/07 FLIGHT STRUCTURES INC.
Arlington, Washington.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Generate aircraft Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and Illustrated
Parts Catalogs (IPCs) in accordance with ATA 100 and ATA spec 2200.
Accomplished task using engineering drawings and technical data.
Published manuals through use of Framemaker 7.0 desktop publishing
software. Supported development of new crew rest systems, with new
electrical lighting, rest compartments and air conditioning systems.
10/05-09/06 BOMBARDIER/LEARJET
Wichita, KS.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Author, update, edit and compose Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM).
Generated repair instructions for the Challenger 300 aircraft flight
control systems by investigating engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and
existing technical publications. Composed text using parlance/Arbor Text
Epic Editor encompassing SGML tagging and Framemaker 7.0 with in
accordance with ATA Spec 2200. Performed simplified English edits on all
text.
02/05-05/05 LOCKHEED MARTIN AERONAUTICS
Goodyear, AZ.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Develop, update and edit Maintenance, Interactive Electronic Technical
Manuals (IETM) for the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF
DCGS). Composed text using Parlance/Arbor Text Epic Editor encompassing
SGML tagging. Generated links for all external referenced data modules in
accordance with MIL Spec S-1000D.
11/03-10/04 NORTHROP GRUMMAN MARINE SYSTEMS
Sunnyvale, CA
Engineering Writer
Prepare, write and edit Standard Operating Procedures and Standard
Maintenance Practice Manuals for the Trident I Submarine Based Missile
systems by investigating engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and
existing technical publications. Developed text in Microsoft Word 2000
under Windows NT platform. Converted word documents to Interactive
Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) SGML electronic documents in database
through use of VULCAN document management system using Parlance/Arbor
Text Epic Editor. Developed manuals accordance with MIL Spec S-1000D.
02/02-11/03 LOCKHEED MARTIN AERONAUTICS
Tempe, AZ.
Senior Technical Writer
Prepare, write and edit Aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit Maintenance,
Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Component Maintenance Manuals for
commercial aircraft auxiliary power units by investigating engineering
drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and existing technical
publications. Composed text in data base through use of PDM document
management system using Parlance/Arbor Text Epic Editor encompassing SGML
tagging and Frame maker 6.0 with SGML. Prepared/updated F16 maintenance
manuals using interleaf 6.0. Updated
and revised illustrations with Coreldraw 10 graphics package.
10/01-01/02 BOEING HELICOPTER
Mesa, AZ.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Developed, updated and edited Fault Isolation, Interactive Electronic
Technical Manuals (IETM) for the Apache Helicopter. Composed text in
data base through use of PDM document management system using
Parlance/Arbor Text Editor encompassing SGML tagging. Generated links for
all external referenced data modules. Used LASA data SLIC2B and
Interactive Authoring Display System (IADS).
02/00-05/01 LOCKHEED MARTIN AERONAUTICS
Marietta, GA.
Publications Supervisor/Senior Technical
Writer (Contract)
Author, update, edit and compose C-5 and C-130 Maintenance and Fault
Isolation Manuals, job guides and checklist. Composed text in data base
through use of PDM document management system using Parlance/Arbor Text
Editor encompassing SGML tagging. Administer work packages and advise
writers on various solutions to complex problems. Implement planning
schedules and employees overall objectives and long range goals. Interact
with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters.
10/99-02/00 TIMCO AVIATION SALES
Greensboro, NC.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Prepare, write and edit aircraft Maintenance and Illustrated Parts
Breakdown Manuals by investigating engineering drawings, wiring diagrams,
schematics and existing technical publications. Composed text in data base
through use of PDM document management system using Parlance/Arbor Text
Editor encompassing SGML tagging.
2/99-9/99 WALT DISNEY WORLD RIDE AND SHOW ENGINEERING
Orlando, FL.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Developed Ride/Attraction Show Control and Ride Control Maintenance
Manuals to facilitate on the spot and follow on maintenance for all
attractions in the Disney Theme Parks and Resort areas. Analyzed
engineering drawings, ride/attraction design requirement specifications,
Show control software documentation and vendor data to aid in development
of manuals. Composed text in data base through use of FrameMaker 5.1.1.
Generated Block diagrams and line drawings using Micrografx Designer 7 and
Adobe Photoshop 5.0 graphics packages.
10/97-12/98 BOEING HELICOPTERS
Ridley Park, PA.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Prepare, write and edit CH-47 Helicopter Maintenance and Illustrated
Parts Breakdown Manuals by investigating engineering drawings, wiring
diagrams, schematics and existing technical publications. Composed text
in data base through use of PDM document management system using
Parlance/Arbor Text Editor encompassing SGML tagging.
2/97-9/97 EVERGREEN AVIATION
Marana, Az.
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Generated FAA approved Engineering Change/Repair Authorizations on Boeing
747G aircraft. Developed graphic illustrations using Adobe Desk Paint. All
text was initiated in MS Word, then finalized in Adobe Page Maker 6.5.
using Macintosh 7.5.5 software system.
5/96-11/96 ONIEL AND ASSOCIATES
Columbus, Indiana
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Develop Cummins High Horsepower Diesel Engine Troubleshooting and Repair,
Shop, and Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Have written on electrical,
mechanical and fuel systems. Composed text in data base through MS Word for
windows, under PDM document management system using Arbor Text Editor
encompassing SGML tagging.
10/95-4/96 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
Louisville, Kentucky
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Generate Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC) for DC-8 commercial aircraft.
Have written on structures, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic
disciplines in accordance with ATA-100 Revision 20. Utilized engineering
drawings and previous operator information. Composed text using interleaf
software program.
2/94-8/95 GRUMMAN AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
Melbourne, Florida
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Developed General Systems Maintenance Manuals and Job Guides for the
U.S.A.F./Army Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JOINT STARS)
in accordance with Military Specification 38784-B. Provided desk top
publications using Apple and Macintosh, Windows, MS/Word, DOS 6.0
Application.
3/90-11/93 CANADAIR AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
St. Laurent, Quebec
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Research and evaluate Kit, Installation and Assembly Drawings to aid in the
development of Depot Level CL-215 Aircraft Service Bulletins. Have written
on structures, hydraulics and electrical disciplines in accordance with
ATA100 Revision 18.
8/88-3/90 MCDONNELL DOUGLASS AIRCRAFT COMPANY
Long Beach, California
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Analyze and compile engineering drawings and engineering orders to develop
aircraft maintenance manuals in accordance with ATA-100 Revision 26. Have
written on various aircraft disciplines, i.e., structures, interiors and
hydraulics for the MD-11 Aircraft. Provided desktop publications using ATEX
Data Base.
6/87-4/88 ROCKWELL SPACE AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
Downey, California
Senior Technical Writer (Contract)
Generate orbiter space vehicle and ground support equipment, Time
Compliance Technical Instructions in accordance with NASA Specification SL-
T-003. Prepared maintenance and modification procedures on space vehicle
and GSE Systems, i.e., propulsion, structures, avionics, thermal
protection, hydraulics and electrical power. Accomplished tasks by
utilizing engineering drawings, engineering orders and master change
records.
11/84-6/87 HUGHES AIRCRAFT COMPANY
Long Beach, California
Engineering Writer
Wrote and coordinate intermediate level technical maintenance manuals for
the Advanced Synthetic Aperture radar System (ASARS). Utilizing engineering
drawings, schematics, vendor data and logistic support analysis to prepare
maintenance, troubleshooting and overhaul of the electromechanical and
hydraulic equipment in accordance with Military specification 83495A,
38784B and 8875B. Provided desktop publications on the VAX100 Word
Processor. Support Air Force in process reviews, validations and
verifications.
2/83-11/84 ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL NORTH AMERICAN AIRCRAFT
CORPORATION
El Segundo, California
Coordinator/Lead Writer
Develop B-1 B aircraft weapons systems organizational level technical
manual set. Coordinate and wrote B1-B Weapons general systems, job guides,
nuclear and conventional munitions loading manuals and their
associated checklist in accordance with Military Specification 83495A,
38784B, 27586C, 38716A, 9977G, 28878A and 863B. Provided desktop
publications on the IBM 3728 and Wang Word Processor. Support Air Force in
process reviews, verification and validation. Performed liaison assistance
between primary and subcontractor. Field Service Representative for the B1
B Weapons System at Edwards Air Force Base.
MILITARY CAREER
11/77-5/82 UNITED STATES AIRFORCE
Armament Systems Specialist Electrically checked and troubleshoot Aircraft
Armament Systems faults according to specified technical manuals.
Disassembled, repair, inspect and reassemble components of the Aircraft
Suspension System, i.e., Pylons, Racks, Launchers and 20MM Guns. Technical
training in Aircraft Armament Systems Maintenance, Electrical Systems,
AC/DC Fundamentals and Basic Electronics.
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